I wish I could have written more, but we got a lot to prepare for! We promise a fantastic show TONIGHT! FROM 6-8 PM! ONLY ON KUR.KUTZTOWN.EDU! Furthermore, sorry about not getting #1 up there sooner, but this is what I experienced LIVE in Philly last night:
I wrote enough today. Now I'm tired and lazy. In a nutshell, R.E.M. is one of the greatest alternative rock bands of all time and you can bet your bottom dollar that we'll play they're old & new music on our show. Roam through the blog and you'll learn enough about the band and my obsession with them. We are so close, people! Two days!
It's a snow day here in the most agreeable town of Kutztown, Pennsylania. I wasn't sure if I'd have the day off, usually because our school loves to make the kids suffer and travel in harsh and sometimes live threatening conditions. Very typical. However, I took a chance on my scheduling and stayed up late last night. Around 1:30 AM, I turned over to MTV Hits, because I thought to myself, "Hey, sometimes you get lucky; even with MTV." For those who are unawarem MTV Hits plays all music videos, however, it's a digital cable network and not many people get to experience it. But believe me, you're truly not missing out. It's pretty much Akon's, T-Pain's, Ludacris', or Lily Wayne's playlists; all day, every day. MTV loves sucking their dicks. Needless to say, those playlists are utterly terrible; same repetitive bullshit, stolen beats, shitty lyrics about nothing important, etc. But last night, I felt lightning strike. The shock of the lightning: Oasis' playlist (figures it's only on MTV Hits at 1 AM...). The Oasis of today!
I was struggling to stay awake because Tuesdays and Thursdays are usually my busiest days on campus. But I felt inspired to stay up and see what Oasis had in store for the viewers. This was a once in a lifetime treat (isn't that sad?). So I started watching, and from what I can remember, Liam Gallagher, Noel Galllagher, and Andy Bell were the only guys interviewed, talking about their picks for music videos and things like that. It was cool to see the guys lounge around, cuss, and all the jazz, because they really don't get any air time on American television anymore. They had some decent picks, some things I hadn't heard before. Here's what I can recall:
Kasabian - Club Foot Ian Brown - F.E.A.R. Super Furry Animals - Golden Retriever Pink Floyd - Money The Rolling Stones - Jumpin' Jack Flash The Smiths - This Charming Man *Noel goes, "The next song is by The Smiths. Because Morrissey's a fucking genius. Marr's a genius. And here it is." The La's - There She Goes
After that, I think I fell asleep. I woke up this morning to my TV blaring The Pussycat Dolls. MTV Hits disappoints me. But last night's little escapade seemed like more of an intern's meddling than a planned program. Regardless, I enjoyed it very much. Here's a vintage video of Oasis prefoming "Supersonic" on 120 Minutes, though it's played on MTV2 (even that is disgustingly horrible now, as well). Check out Noel's expression and his stance. Priceless. Oasis on MTV Hits last night was exactly what the band is: refreshing.
Oh, how good it feels to be back! We've been raving on this blog about the return of our show, Never Mind the Mainstream, but here's an actual preview! Just look at that Photoshop masterpiece. I didn't learn much in computer class growing up, but Photoshop always held a special place in my brain. I knew it would come in handy someday, even if it doesn't further my education. Eat it, middle school computers after lunch period!
So we're coming back on the airwaves, Friday 6-8 PM only on KUR. The links and additional information are all around you; it's not difficult to hear us. We're bringing the underground to your speakers. Your welcome.
Here's what we got lined up for you on our first program of the new year: some fresh Lily Allen (I don't care what you think, she's a beauty), fresh Killers, vintage Clash, and semi-vintage Pavement (the 90's aren't classic yet). We also got a slue of oldies and newbies from the best alternative and indie rock artists in the game. Plus a killer mash-up and retro background beats - very funky. Guarenteed.
And as always, call into the studio at (610)-683-4058; or IM us at KURRequest. We love to hear from our listeners, whether they're sober or drunk or full of life or a vegetable. You do not want to miss this epic return! Jim A. and MP are back! w00t!
The ones who love us best, are the ones we'll lay to rest. The ones that love us least, are the ones we'll die to please. 3 DAYS UNTIL NMTM AIRS!!!
Paul Westerberg. Before he wrote great guitar rock about love and growing older for his solo records, he wrote punk and later post-punk alternative anthems for a generation of rough and tumble kids in the 80's. As lead singer and guitarist of The Replacements, Paul and co. are regarded as one of the most influential alternative bands of the era (if not for The 'Mats, you could guarentee there wouldn't be a Green Day...well, old Green Day. New Green Day is the worst unpatriotic and annoying band I've heard all decade long. Slight exaggeration...). The Replacements were at their best when they realized that punk rock was not their breed and that the best music came from their most vulnerable states (and once they put down the booze, but they were fun wasted, too). They're mid 80's records foreshadow grunge rock and every angsty but heartfelt genre to follow. Foo Fighters? Paul Westerberg: an excellent musician, an experienced drinker, and one hell of a showman. Kudos on growing up, Paul, but we'll always love your immature antics. They will remain timeless.
KUR pledges to make 2009 the best year of programming ever here on the radio! Live student/staff specialty shows have officially begun as of January 26th!""
Isn't that just a ray of sunshine? Maybe not that flamboyant, but it is exciting. The kids are back in the station and the murder of contemporary jazz begins! Here's our epic schedule:
MONDAYS
12 - 10 a.m.
Cafe KUR (Jazz; Pop)
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Mike McVicar (Obscure Music)
12 - 3 p.m.
Cafe KUR (Jazz; Pop)
3 - 4 p.m.
Adventures in Contemporary Jazz (Syndicated Jazz)
4 - 6 p.m.
Carly Getz (Variety)
6 - 8 p.m.
Emanuel Fantauzzi-Quinones (Latino)
8 - 10 p.m.
Jamie Parry & Ayanda Sithole (Variety)
10 p.m. - 12 a.m.
Derek Street (Metal)
TUESDAYS
12 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Cafe KUR (Jazz; Pop)
2:45 - 3 p.m.
The Diversity Rest Stop (Diversity Interview/Talk Segment)
3 - 4 p.m.
Town & Gown on Common Ground (University/Town Issues Talk Show)
4 - 6 p.m.
Kevin Rose (Variety)
6 - 8 p.m.
Erica Batchelor (Variety)
8 - 10 p.m.
Andrew Palamara (Alternative; Indie)
10 p.m. - 12 a.m.
Kyle Angebranndt & Tim Sanford (Alternative; Indie)
WEDNESDAYS
12 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cafe KUR (Jazz; Pop)
2 - 3 p.m.
Anything Goes with Lise Avery (Syndicated Standards Show)
3 - 3:30 p.m.
Fifty One Percent (Syndicated Womens Issues Talk Show)
3:30 - 4 p.m.
This Way Out (Syndicated GLBTQ Issues Talk Show)
4 - 6 p.m.
Makin' Waves with Jason Lincoln (University GLBTQ Issues Talk Show)
6 - 8 p.m.
Allie L., Sarah P., & Karissa S. (Classic Rock)
8 - 10 p.m.
Mindy Radzik (Variety)
10 p.m. - 12 a.m.
Adam Zielinski & Matt Malick (Metal)
THURSDAYS
12 - 10 a.m.
Cafe KUR (Jazz; Pop)
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Peter Licona (Reggae)
12 - 3 p.m.
Cafe KUR (Jazz; Pop)
3 - 5 p.m.
Enzo Carannante (Oldies)
5 - 7 p.m.
Lauren Salaterski & Carley Handa (Electronica)
7 - 9 p.m.
Blake Hepner (Rock)
9 - 11 p.m.
Crystal Zaharis & Erin Byrne (80's Metal)
11 p.m. - 1 a.m.
Oliver Smith & Andy Speckhardt (Alternative)
FRIDAYS
1 - 3 a.m.
The Eight Bit Extravaganza (Syndicated Video Game Show)
3 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Cafe KUR (Jazz; Pop)
3 - 4 p.m.
Adventures in Contemporary Jazz (Syndicated Jazz)
4 - 6 p.m.
Chris Haines (Smooth Jazz)
6 - 8 p.m.
Mike Popadines & Jim Adair (Alternative & Indie)
8 - 10 p.m.
Jock Price (Hip Hop)
10 p.m. - 12 a.m.
Heather Wallace (Variety)
SATURDAYS
All Day
Cafe KUR (Jazz; Pop)
SUNDAYS
12 - 12:30 a.m.
Nightsounds with Bill Pearce (Syndicated Inspiration)
12:30 - 9 a.m.
Cafe KUR (Jazz; Pop)
9 - 10 a.m.
Americana Crossroads Live (Syndicated Bluegrass)
10 - 11 a.m.
Classical Guitar Alive (Syndicated Classical)
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Prime Time Radio (Syndicated Senior Citizen Talk)
12 - 2 p.m.
Cafe KUR (Jazz; Pop)
2 - 4 p.m.
Alex Courtney (Classic Rock)
4 - 6 p.m.
Cafe KUR (Jazz; Pop)
6 - 8 p.m.
Jarrod Brown & Ray Brown (Hip Hop/R&B)
8 - 10 p.m.
Jon Durand (Metal)
10 p.m. - 12 a.m.
Jessica Jolly (Variety)
What a damn good looking schedule. Nevertheless, we use a horrible text file and blogger can't read it for shit; that's why it's way out in right field. But anyway, best of luck to all student DJs and have fun this semester. We're makin' progress at KUR and we have only just begun! Stay tuned!
I'll post one of these pictures every day until Friday, the 30th. Because that is when we return - live! LIVE! Get pumped! Explosive alternative and indie rock is on it's way. Only on KUR!Jim and I have been preparing for this epic arrival for over a month, so rest assured, it will be great. We're getting a lot of requests already! That's really sick. We're stepping up to the plate and raising the bar for college radio. Be sure to tune in from 6 to 8 PM (yes, the WHOLE time!) on Friday night. In the meantime, here's a friendly reminder. Hehe.
Kutztown University Radio (and your hosts) present: "Never Mind theMainstream", Fridays, 6-8 PM. Tune in locally to 88.3 FM or 1670 AM; also on Service Electric TV Channel 24, Hometown Utilicom TV Channel 28; or hear it from anywhere around the world on the Web via our web stream at kur.kutztown.edu. Dial (610)-683-4058 for our studio line or talk to us on AOL Instant Messenger: KURRequest.
"Never Mind"is everything college radio should be: under the radar music, criticism, experience, exploration and much more. The show features the best of yesterday's, today's, and tomorrow's alternative and indie rock 'n' roll. It's here, it's loud, and it's ready to take over. Fridays at 6 PM, Only on Kutztown University Radio (KUR).
You can listen to the show worldwide every Friday 6-8 PMHERE!
